Definition

In a way that shows knowledge of events before they happen.

Example

She presciently predicted the outcome of the election months in advance.

Conversation

Did you notice how she presciently predicted the outcome of the game?

Yeah, I was impressed! She really knows her stuff.

It's almost like she has a sixth sense or something.

For sure! I wish I could think that presciently about my own plans.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Presciently → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "sciens" (from Latin "scire", meaning to know). The word "presciently" means knowing something before it happens or having foresight.

Memory Tip

Think of knowing something 'before' ('pre-') it happens — that's what presciently means.

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